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Gage vs Lee

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gage

Boy #834 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"pledge, security deposit"

Origin: Old French gage

Cultural Roots

American English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#834
Total SSA Count
297
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Lee

Boy #715 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"meadow, woodland clearing"

Origin: Old English leah

Cultural Roots

English American Chinese (as Li) Korean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#715
Total SSA Count
370
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Gage Rank #834
Lee Rank #715

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 vs #834 for Gage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gage or Lee more popular?

Lee is more popular, ranked #715 compared to Gage at #834 in the United States.

What do Gage and Lee mean?

Gage means "pledge, security deposit" (Old French gage origin). Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin).

Are Gage and Lee boy or girl names?

Gage is primarily a boy name. Lee is primarily a boy name.

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